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It was nice for me to have someone to talk to who could not just listen but give advice as well. I also was really happy that I learnt more about myself through these sessions.

Valued that the therapy was 20 sessions so provided time to build a relationship and receive proper support. Valued how people talked to me e.g. tone. Valued knowledge given. Valued that the therapist specialised in this area and was female. Felt very different to a therapist that might have been allocated on the NHS. Valued always being able to contact and the quick reply.

I was able to talk to someone openly and not feel judged in any way.

[My ISVA] helped me all the way through the fight for justice, she is awesome - thanks to her I am still sane!

I talked to the police before having an ISVA. CRCC gave me phone support regarding what rights I have [and] what the interview would be like.

You don't know what you need to know until you experience abuse. CRCC has made it an easier road to navigate and I feel totally supported at a time we thought we would not survive!

They are doing a great job offering support to rape victims in the community, make them open up about how they feel, it is great they are available to talk to, because they are something you do not want to discuss with family or friends. Just because we all think they will be judgemental.

It was good to be surrounded by women who could relate to how I felt.

[It helped] being able to share my life story and understand how it's changed me in a nice environment, and having someone who listened and helped me understand.

[The counselling was] a space to talk about my worries and insecurities surrounding abuse without it being difficult.

Fantastic counselling, with such a kind and patient counsellor.

My daughters' had someone they could engage with (their ChISVA) and I was able to come to terms with what has happened to me and actual be able to see a future was possible.

She was lovely and made me feel comfortable about speaking about what had happened and she was able to tell me what will happen next [if I choose to report].

Being believed, understood, accepted and getting challenged so that I could go on the journey towards living with freedom. Freedom of thought, emotion and action.

I was really impressed with the support and kindness I experienced from the ISVA service. It gave me confidence to start dealing with the situation. It's a great service.

Absolutely can't fault [my ISVA]. She's been completely brilliant. If there was a stronger agree option, that is where I'd've ticked.

I valued the gentle, non-pressuring environment. I felt safe and like I finally had someone who doesn't judge, laugh or tell anyone else. It has really boosted my trust and strength.

[Counselling] gave me the language to talk about my assault and the motivation to do so.

I'm not really sure if I can find the words to say how grateful I am for being given the recent counselling.
It has changed my life immeasurably, and got me through some really difficult things and thoughts. I have no idea how I would have got through it without the support I have received. From challenging me on negative thoughts, helping me find hope and understanding to encouraging me to take time out from work when I really needed it, I can't imagine how anyone could have done a better job.

I feel more confident in talking about my problems instead of hiding them.

[Counselling] has helped me work through my own coping mechanisms to strengthen them and develop strategies to help make everyday life easier to confront.

[Counselling] helped me to realise I had all the coping strategies there but just needed affirmation. I now believe in myself.

There have been no intrusive questions. I don't have to mention details, which make me feel uncomfortable. Everyone is understanding and really friendly. I value that the support is free and in such a nice environment. Everyone believes you.

[My ISVA] wasn’t pushy. She asked regularly if I needed anything and if everything was going okay but she left me to it and if I needed support I knew she was there.

The support I have received has really helped me and I am very grateful [...] it has been a massive help and I will be holding onto the positive outlook it has helped me to get hold of as much as I can.

The continuity of our sessions helped me cope on a daily basis. Couldn't have made it this far without this service.

[My ISVA] was so kind and supportive - I honestly couldn't speak more highly of her.